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Custom orthotics

Proper foot functioning allows us to move freely without pain or dysfunction. Effective walking, running, dancing and jumping all depend on the proper foot biomechanics. Our practitioners prescribe custom orthotics after a thorough assessment and gait analysis. We use The Footmaxx System for fabrication of our orthotics.

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Foot biomechanics

Foot biomechanics is the study of the relationship of the foot to the lower leg. During walking and other movements the musculoskeletal system can generate a lot of force. Good mechanical functioning depends on many muscles and tissues of the foot.

An athlete stretches out her stride: diagram of the places and joints that orthotics affect.

The health of your body rests on your feet

Pain and disorders that can be addressed through prescription orthotics include:

  • lower back pain
  • piriformis syndrome
  • patello-femoral syndrome
  • shin splints
  • achilles tendonitis
  • heel spur syndrome
  • bunions

How we do it

We use a computerized dynamic weight bearing gait analysis. It is a state of the art technology that allows static and dynamic computer analysis of the foot and lower extremity. The Metascan plate provides detailed and precise information on function and movement patterns. Lastly, the orthotics are manufactured by 3Dmaxx Metascan or Foam Casts.

Sport specific

There are eleven sport specific Footmaxx orthotics available:

  • cross trainer
  • basketball
  • golf
  • cycling
  • marathoner
  • soccer
  • baseball
  • hockey
  • football
  • ski
  • tennis
Two X-ray images of a right foot, from top and side, with a hot spot diagram to the right.

What our patients say about us

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Asked all the right questions

“Joshua did a thorough review of my case. He asked all the right questions, did an exam and gave great treatment. He also gave me some exercises to do at home. I highly recommend him.” Anne Elliott
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Repair my body past what I thought was possible

“I have been going to see Sandy for a few years now for various sporting injuries. She is great at what she does, and I highly recommend her and I send all my friends to see her. She is very strong and has worked out knots/scars in my muscles to repair my body past what…
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Front desk staff are incredibly welcoming

“Brandon is amazing! He was able to get to the bottom of my shoulder pain and give me a treatment plan in the first visit. The clinic is bright and clean, and the front desk staff are incredibly welcoming.” Melissa Phillips
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Thorough, professional and amiable

“Had an excellent experience for my first visit to Arbutus Physiotherapy in Colwood. First was the quality and accessible bike racks, the receptionist was very friendly and helpful. Remy my physio was also very thorough, professional and amiable.” David Lacey
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Getting me back to pre-injury status

“Remy is doing an excellent job at getting me back to pre-injury status.” M Max
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My knee is on the mend!

“Hatty is awesome! Very professional, competent and listens to my concerns. I appreciate her approach. I was given a diagnosis and plan on first visit. My knee is on the mend! Office is clean and new. Receptionists are super friendly.” Kate Wilson